IT ATC A06AD11 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Lactulose shortage in Italy
Is there a Lactulose shortage in Italy?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 2 Lactulose products are reported short in Italy, the first since 27 Mar 2023. No return date has been given. Main reason: manufacturing problem.
Also short in Ireland, Japan. All countries.
Affected products in Italy
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT | LATTULOSIO ZENTIVA | ZENTIVA ITALIA S.R.L. | 27 Mar 2023 | not given | Manufacturing problem Problemi produttivi |
| IT | LATTULOSIO SANDOZ | SANDOZ S.P.A. | 24 Sep 2026 | not given | Increased demand Elevata richiesta |
Source
AIFA (Italian Medicines Agency), licensed CC-BY 4.0. Official list. All shortages reported by marketing-authorisation holders, including medicines being withdrawn.